Facilities Operations and Maintenance Director – Physical Plant

Location: Main Campus

Job Number: 202600633

Org: Student Center Administration

Closing Date: 11/13/2026 11:59 PM Central

FLSA: Exempt

Primary Contact: Ryan Dietrich

Department Phone #: (936) 468-7261

Department Email: ryan.dietrich@sfasu.edu

Salary Grade: 5

Projected Start Date: 01/01/2027

SUMMARY

JOB DESCRIPTION

This is a managerial position responsible for directing, supervising, and coordinating university facilities operations and maintenance activities. Responsible for assigned service areas including building trades and mechanical maintenance, campus utility distribution and services, energy management, housing operations, work control, campus elevator systems, general plant administration, long-range planning, reporting, and budgeting. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Associate Vice President for Facilities Services and Campus Operations.

QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, engineering, architecture, or a related field is required. Master’s degree is preferred. Related experience may be substituted for required education on a basis set forth by the Department of Human Resources.

Six years of related experience is required. Supervisory experience in plant operations or a related field is required. Valid Texas driver’s license is required at the time of employment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Directs, supervises, and coordinates the accomplishment of work in the department.
2. Oversees the operation of electrical, electronics, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, paint, sign/graphics, lock shop, housing operations, work control, energy management, and utility services functions.
3. Coordinates with operational units and the construction services unit regarding campus construction, renovation, infrastructure improvement, and major mechanical projects, serving as liaison and providing operational oversight as needed.
4. Oversees budgeting and planning activities, including the allocation of financial resources for assigned departmental units.
5. Develops and implements asset management, deferred maintenance, and lifecycle replacement strategies for campus facilities, infrastructure, and equipment, including preparation of required reports.
6. Supervises inspections, testing programs, and evaluations of in-house and contracted work to ensure quality, reliability, regulatory compliance, and adherence to applicable maintenance standards.
7. Oversees the repair, maintenance, inspection, testing, regulatory compliance, and modernization of campus elevator systems, including capital planning, budgeting, and project implementation.
8. Directs the operation, maintenance, reliability, and continuous improvement of campus utility distribution systems and associated services.
9. Oversees the planning, installation, and maintenance of university equipment and machinery.
10. Researches and recommends vendors for procurement activities and reviews and negotiates bids as needed.
11. Determines operational priorities and scheduling requirements and monitors work order activities and operational performance to minimize disruption to university operations.
12. Serves as liaison to the university’s emergency management committee to support continuity of business and campus operations.
13. Reviews and approves personnel and administrative actions for assigned departments, including leave requests, EPAFs, grievances, requisitions, and related transactions.
14. Hires, supervises, trains, and evaluates assigned staff.

NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

1. Knowledge, or the ability to learn, university policies and procedures.
2. Knowledge of applicable safety requirements.
3. Knowledge of principles of construction and mechanical/electrical operations of large facilities.
4. Knowledge of building codes and legal and regulatory codes regarding facilities, construction, and maintenance.
5. Skill in using computer applications including spreadsheet, database, and word processing software.
6. Organizational skills in managing projects simultaneously while maintaining a satisfactory work product.
7. Ability to read and understand electronic schematic drawings and construction blueprints.
8. Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
9. Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
10. Ability to train and supervise others.
11. Ability to problem-solve a variety of situations.
12. Ability to manage a budget and work within the constraints of that budget.
13. Ability to understand, investigate, and resolve employee and customer complaints.
14. Ability and willingness to assist assigned staff with job-related tasks.
15. Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary and serve on-call as required.
16. Ability to obtain and retain required training related to the area of responsibility.
17. Ability to obtain and maintain a Texas driver’s license.
18. Physical condition adequate to permit full performance of duties.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Safety Statement
Stephen F. Austin State University recognizes the potential for accidents in performing job-related tasks. SFA promotes a safe working environment. Employees will be responsible for completing assigned tasks safely and efficiently. Employee evaluations will include safe job performance.

This is a security-sensitive position subject to criminal record check.
This is a safety-sensitive position subject to drug and alcohol testing.
This is an IT-sensitive position subject to Computer and Network Security policy.

SFA’s breathtaking campus is located in the heart of East Texas in historic Nacogdoches. Did you know that if you live in the Houston or Dallas areas, Nacogdoches may actually be closer than Austin? It’s true!

SFA’s salary grade table can be found in the pay grade structure section on the HR Manager’s page.

Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.

Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA) is committed to providing a safe environment for its students and the broader campus community. SFA’s police department actively works to prevent and respond to criminal activity through various measures, including comprehensive reporting practices and emergency alert systems. The university’s Annual Fire and Safety Security Report details on-campus crime statistics, including incidents of forcible sex offenses, burglary, motor vehicle theft, and aggravated assault.

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